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Freedom is Never Free!
by Barbara J Henry → (All Poetry by Barbara J Henry)
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This poem is written for and dedicated to all of the fallen soldiers, across the wars and for the loved ones left behind to mourn them; it is also dedicated to those brave fighting men and women who were spared but who will never be quite the same.


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Freedom is Never Free!

Freedom is never free!

Countless lives were sacrificed

For your and my liberty.

Voices of fathers, brothers, uncles,

Friends and lovers too

Are now silenced forever

So that we, I, you

May be free to live

In city, town or village.

North, South, East or West.

Each decides where to stake a claim.

This right was earned by those whose names

Are written on walls, scrolls, and paper,

By  you here!

All made the ultimate sacrifice;

Each must be remembered

For the role they played in gaining

Our freedom by

Relinquishing their own!

Freedom, never free!

 

 

copyright:2011: All rights reserved.

 

 

 


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 Reviews of "Freedom is Never Free!"
Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins
Reviewed on December 22, 2013
Thank you, this is a new place for me to advocate. Most recently I tell it because some lonesome diseases need to be expressed. We need an understanding of how service to country does affect some veterans and active soldiers. God bless you Barbara J Henry.

Reviewed by Bruce Humphrey
Reviewed on July 15, 2013
The price for their fight for freedom not only is paid by those who die but by those come back. So little homage is paid to those who have been through the horrors of war 90% of the world never sees.

Very good poem. Excellent.

Bruce

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on June 11, 2013
Sadly, in spite of all the sacrifices, there is no freedom in this world/life. Thank you, Barbara. Love and blessings to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Donna Gordon
Reviewed on December 15, 2012
My father and his brothers served in World War II. This is so appropriate for my family. It seems fewer and fewer people know what this sacrifice is all about. We need the reminders. Donna Gordon

Reviewed by Dark Knight
Reviewed on September 3, 2012
Freedom always comes with a price--well done

Reviewed by Miller Caldwell
Reviewed on December 15, 2011
On the day troops come home from Iraq it was most fitting to read this poem. They are fortunate to be returning for Christmas with loved ones. May they all enjoy eachothers' company. But Let us all pray for a moment for the sacrificed lives and where an empty place at the table awaits. May the forgiving and loving Lord, ease their pain and make them grateful for their service. This poem will go a long way to heal wounds.
Miller

Reviewed by Janna Hill
Reviewed on October 3, 2011
A great tribute Barbara that none of us should forget nor take for granted.
:) Janna

Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green
Reviewed on September 26, 2011
Powerful, indeed!!

I second each and every word of praise below, and the many that are sure to follow.

You are a fantastic inspirational speaker, I am sure.

Certainly are an inspirational poet!

xOx Phyllis xOx

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on August 17, 2011
AN ASOLUTE TRUTH! THE FREEDOMS WE ENJOY TODAY, IN MANY ASPECTS OF OUR LIVES, HAS BEEN WROUGHT WITH A 'HEAVY' PRICE. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by David Clure
Reviewed on July 29, 2011
the truth you weave through this poem, that freedom is never free, is not a popular message today. There are many who have been brought up believing freedom is automatic and can never be lost! Perhaps God will use your poem to penetrate one of the greatest deceptions of these times. ~Z.B.McClure

Reviewed by baz busbe
Reviewed on July 5, 2011
great poem, and I love the title, its very true. God bless. Baz

Reviewed by Joy Hale
Reviewed on July 4, 2011
Truer words were never spoken! Wonderful read; this reminds me a little of my poem "The Cost Of Freedom". Maybe you can visit my site and read it sometime. Thanks for sharing your poem with us.... let freedom reign!

Joy L. Hale

Reviewed by Daniel Keith
Reviewed on July 4, 2011
A strong and powerful tribute to the men and women who gave and continue to give us our freedom. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel

Reviewed by Christine Tsen
Reviewed on July 4, 2011
Wonderful, wise tribute for those who have sacrificed, both the soldiers and their families!
Blessings, xx
Christine

Reviewed by Liana Margiva
Reviewed on July 4, 2011
EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed on July 3, 2011
nice dedication. Morgan

Reviewed by John Domino
Reviewed on July 3, 2011
Amen!

Reviewed by pat medlin
Reviewed on July 3, 2011
nice barbara


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